ASGE DDW Videos from Around the World | 2023-LINX REMOVAL THROUGH ENDOSCOPY

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Video Summary

The video discusses a novel technique for endoscopic extraction of the LYNX device, used for managing gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). The LYNX device, consisting of titanium beads, was found to be eroding into the esophageal lumen in a patient who was high risk for surgery. The technique involved using an emergency lithotripsy handle with a guide wire to break the LYNX titanium wire and retrieve it. Fibrosis on the remaining LYNX beads was broken using an ESD knife to successfully extract the device. The extraction site was treated with APC and a stent to prevent complications. The patient experienced resolution of dysphagia but recurrence of reflux symptoms. The video suggests that further studies are needed to evaluate the long-term outcomes and safety of this technique. No credits were mentioned.

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World Cup
Authors: Alexandria Dennison, Ahmed Saeed, Nasim Parsa

Keywords

endoscopic extraction

LYNX device

gastroesophageal reflux disease

titanium beads

esophageal lumen erosion